Dallas (DFW) to San Diego (SAN) flights
Nonstop from Dallas/Fort Worth International to San Diego International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
1,168 mi, great circle
Flying time
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
average, November 2026
Airlines
passenger airlines
Airlines flying DFW to SAN
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Terminals
Dallas/Fort Worth International
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has six terminals with 224 total gates; these terminals are in the City of Grapevine. The terminals are designed in a half-circle layout to minimize the distance between parking and aircraft and reduce traffic on main airport roads.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-31. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dallas to San Diego?
About 2h 54m gate to gate for the 1,880 km (1,168 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from DFW to SAN?
American Airlines, with about 10 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).